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This packet includes three short readings on Confucianism, Daoism, and Legalism. Following each reading are critical thinking questions that measure comprehension and stimulate higher order thinking. Each reading includes bolded academic vocabulary terms. Recently added to this resource was a table of different quotes based on each of the three philosophies. Students have to identify which philosophy the quote is related to and explain why. An optional "quote poster" activity is included.

This four-page reading packet covers the spread and survival of Jewish culture and ideas during the period beginning with the Assyrian invasion in 722 BCE through the Roman occupation in 63 BCE. Ten fill-in-the-blank questions follow the reading to assess comprehension.

Includes a handout that explains various types and uses for primary sources in history, an activity, and an instructor notes/answer page.

Provides an annotated table of frequently misused or confused words (i.e. affect/effect) and a list of "needlessly wordy phrases" with suggested alternatives.